2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 837 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Copen | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Copen | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |